Maldives travel FAQ

Alifu Alifu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Alifu Alifu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Alifu Alifu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Alifu Alifu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Alifu Alifu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Alifu Alifu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Alifu Dhaalu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Alifu Dhaalu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Alifu Dhaalu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Alifu Dhaalu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Alifu Dhaalu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Alifu Dhaalu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Baa is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Baa is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Baa are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Baa to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Baa guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Baa are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Dhaalu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Dhaalu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Dhaalu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Dhaalu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Dhaalu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Dhaalu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Dharavandhoo is in Baa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Dharavandhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Dharavandhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Dhidhdhoo is in Haa Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Dhidhdhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Dhidhdhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Dhigurah is in Alifu Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Dhigurah is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Dhigurah faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Eydhafushi is in Baa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Eydhafushi is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Eydhafushi faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Faafu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Faafu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Faafu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Faafu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Faafu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Faafu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Felidhoo is in Vaavu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Felidhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Felidhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Fonadhoo is in Laamu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Fonadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Fonadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Funadhoo is in Shaviyani. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Funadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Funadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Fuvahmulah is in Gnaviyani. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Fuvahmulah is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Fuvahmulah faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Gaafu Alifu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Gaafu Alifu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Gaafu Alifu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Gaafu Alifu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Gaafu Alifu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Gaafu Alifu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Gaafu Dhaalu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Gaafu Dhaalu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Gaafu Dhaalu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Gaafu Dhaalu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Gaafu Dhaalu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Gaafu Dhaalu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Gan is in Laamu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Gan is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Gan faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Gan is in Seenu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Gan is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Gan faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Gnaviyani is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Gnaviyani is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Gnaviyani are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Gnaviyani to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Gnaviyani guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Gnaviyani are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Haa Alifu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Haa Alifu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Haa Alifu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Haa Alifu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Haa Alifu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Haa Alifu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Haa Dhaalu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Haa Dhaalu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Haa Dhaalu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Haa Dhaalu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Haa Dhaalu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Haa Dhaalu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Hanifaru Bay is in Baa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Hanifaru Bay is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Hanifaru Bay faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Hithadhoo is in Seenu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Hithadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Hithadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Hulhumalé is in Kaafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Hulhumalé is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Hulhumalé faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kaafu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Kaafu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Kaafu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Kaafu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Kaafu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Kaafu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Kadhdhoo is in Laamu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kadhdhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kadhdhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kelaa is in Haa Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kelaa is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kelaa faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kolamaafushi is in Gaafu Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kolamaafushi is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kolamaafushi faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kolhufushi is in Meemu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kolhufushi is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kolhufushi faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kudahuvadhoo is in Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kudahuvadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kudahuvadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kulhudhuffushi is in Haa Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kulhudhuffushi is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kulhudhuffushi faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kumundhoo is in Haa Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kumundhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kumundhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Kurendhoo is in Lhaviyani. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Kurendhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Kurendhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Laamu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Laamu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Laamu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Laamu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Laamu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Laamu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Lhaviyani is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Lhaviyani is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Lhaviyani are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Lhaviyani to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Lhaviyani guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Lhaviyani are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Maafushi is in Kaafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Maafushi is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Maafushi faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Maamigili is in Alifu Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Maamigili is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Maamigili faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Madaveli is in Gaafu Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Madaveli is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Madaveli faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Magoodhoo is in Faafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Magoodhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Magoodhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Mahibadhoo is in Alifu Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Mahibadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Mahibadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Malé is in Kaafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Malé is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Malé faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Manadhoo is in Noonu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Manadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Manadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Maradhoo is in Seenu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Maradhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Maradhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Meedhoo is in Raa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Meedhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Meedhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Meemu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Meemu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Meemu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Meemu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Meemu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Meemu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Milandhoo is in Shaviyani. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Milandhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Milandhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Muli is in Meemu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Muli is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Muli faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Naifaru is in Lhaviyani. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Naifaru is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Naifaru faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Nilandhoo is in Faafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Nilandhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Nilandhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Noonu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Noonu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Noonu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Noonu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Noonu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Noonu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Raa is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Raa is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Raa are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Raa to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Raa guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Raa are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Rasdhoo is in Alifu Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Rasdhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Rasdhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Rinbudhoo is in Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Rinbudhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Rinbudhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Seenu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Seenu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Seenu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Seenu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Seenu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Seenu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Shaviyani is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Shaviyani is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Shaviyani are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Shaviyani to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Shaviyani guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Shaviyani are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Thaa is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Thaa is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Thaa are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Thaa to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Thaa guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Thaa are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Thimarafushi is in Thaa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Thimarafushi is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Thimarafushi faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Thinadhoo is in Vaavu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Thinadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Thinadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Thinadhoo is in Gaafu Dhaalu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Thinadhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Thinadhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Thoddoo is in Alifu Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Thoddoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Thoddoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Thulusdhoo is in Kaafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Thulusdhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Thulusdhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Ukulhas is in Alifu Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Ukulhas is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Ukulhas faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Ungoofaaru is in Raa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Ungoofaaru is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Ungoofaaru faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Utheemu is in Haa Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Utheemu is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Utheemu faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Vaavu is reached from Velana International Airport by the transfer that matches your island: speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or a daylight seaplane. Check the island page on Atoll Compass before you book, because the atoll name alone does not tell you the boat time.

November to April is the drier northeast monsoon. May to October brings more rain and, on exposed reefs, the main surf swell. Diving in Vaavu is possible in both seasons if you accept the occasional cloudy day.

Some islands in Vaavu are local communities with guesthouses. Others are private resorts. Open the atoll page and the Stay filter for Vaavu to see which islands actually have a published place to sleep.

Use the Vaavu guide for the short answer, then the diving and island pages for the sites and stays behind it. Famous names change by season; the transfer and the island rules do not.

Published dive sites for Vaavu are listed on Atoll Compass under diving. A guesthouse usually visits reefs within a morning's boat ride. A resort or liveaboard may reach a different side of the atoll.

Velana International Airport is in Kaafu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Velana International Airport is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Velana International Airport faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Velidhoo is in Noonu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Velidhoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Velidhoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Veymandoo is in Thaa. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Veymandoo is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Veymandoo faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.

Villingili is in Gaafu Alifu. You arrive by the speedboat, ferry, or domestic connection published for that island, not by walking off the international flight unless the island is Hulhumalé. Confirm the boat when you book the room.

Alcohol is not sold on local islands. It is served on private resort islands and liveaboard boats. If Villingili is a guesthouse island, do not expect a bar in town.

On a local island, swimwear belongs on the designated bikini beach, not in the village, harbor, or near the mosque. Resort islands set their own beach rules. Ask where you are staying before you walk through town in swimwear.

November to April is generally drier. May to October is wetter and can be better for surf if Villingili faces the swell. Check the conditions page for the week you travel.